The average arrival of the rainy season is May 20th and although we got some rain over the weekend, lawns are burning up in Key Largo. Last week I woke up to the faint smell of smoke in Coconut Grove as fires in the everglades from dry conditions, combined with a west wind, bring the reality of Mother Nature. Miami has been getting some rain but Ocean Reef Club is only getting drops. During this time of year, residents and pedestrians can see every area in the lawn with weak irrigation coverage - brown and dying grass. Our hope for an early arrival of heavy rain is fading as we watch the forecast.
As homeowners, it is important to watch the water usage through your irrigation system. Sometimes, five hundred square feet of new sod is cheaper than the water bill if you run enough to compensate for the tail end of the dry season. Subsequently, it is important to learn from the conditions and repair the irrigation if necessary. Also, watch for the rains of summer to arrive and trigger your rain sensor on your irrigation system to reduce your water usage and keep your grass alive. Please call us if you need any advice in any of these areas no matter where you live.
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